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Hypervolt Home 3 Pro vs Rolec EVO

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Rolec EVO
Rolec EVO
from £449

The Hypervolt Home 3 Pro wins on higher rated, smart tariff integration, while the Rolec EVO excels at more affordable, longer warranty.

Quick Stats

Price
from £690
from £449
Power
7.4kW
7.4kW
Warranty
3 years (extendable to 5)
5 years
Rating
4.7/5
4.6/5
Install Cost
£400–600
£400–600
Type
Tethered (Type 2)
Untethered (Type 2)

Full Specs Comparison

SpecificationHypervolt Home 3 ProRolec EVO
Max Power Output7.4kW (single-phase only)7.4kW (single-phase only)
Cable Length5m / 7.5m / 10m optionsUntethered (use own cable)
ConnectorType 2 (tethered)Type 2 socket
ConnectivityWi-Fi, BluetoothWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, Ethernet
Dimensions270mm × 170mm × 110mm260mm × 260mm × 112mm
Weight~4.5 kg3 kg
IP RatingIP66 + IK10 (weatherproof + impact-resistant)IP54 + IK10 (weatherproof + highest impact resistance)
CertificationOLEV/OZEV approvedOLEV/OZEV approved, Red Dot Award 2024

Feature Breakdown

The Rolec EVO is £241 cheaper at £449 compared to the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro at £690.

When you factor in professional installation (typically £400–£600), the total installed cost for the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro is approximately £1090–£1290, while the Rolec EVO comes in at around £849–£1049. Fully installed, the Rolec EVO remains the more affordable option.

Both the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro (7.4kW) and Rolec EVO (7.4kW) are single-phase chargers, delivering around 7–7.4kW on a standard UK home supply.

On a standard UK single-phase supply, both will charge a Tesla Model 3 Long Range (75kWh battery) from 20% to 80% in approximately 5–6 hours overnight. Even a Tesla Model Y with its larger battery completes a typical daily top-up well within an overnight window. For the vast majority of UK Tesla owners, single-phase 7kW charging is more than sufficient — you'll wake up to a full battery every morning.

The Hypervolt Home 3 Pro offers: Smart tariff integration, Solar integration (CT clamp), Automatic load management, App controlled, Energy tracking, Interchangeable covers. The Rolec EVO offers: Rolec EVO app, Charge scheduling, Solar integration (Eco + Eco+ modes), Dynamic load balancing (CT clamp included), RFID (2 cards included), Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0 + Ethernet, OCPP 1.6J, Energy monitoring, PME/PEN fault detection, Built-in Type A RCD + 6mA DC protection.

Breaking these down by category: for connectivity, the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro uses its companion app, while the Rolec EVO uses Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0 + Ethernet. For energy management, the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro provides Energy tracking, compared to the Rolec EVO's Dynamic load balancing (CT clamp included), Energy monitoring. Solar and scheduling features are covered in the dedicated sections below.

Both the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro and Rolec EVO support solar integration, allowing you to charge your Tesla using surplus solar energy rather than drawing from the grid. The implementation and sophistication of solar diversion differs between the two, which can significantly affect how much free charging you actually get.

The Hypervolt Home 3 Pro supports solar integration through its energy monitoring system, adjusting charge rates based on available surplus. The Rolec EVO supports solar diversion through its energy management system. The key difference is how precisely each charger tracks surplus generation — CT clamp-based systems typically offer more responsive diversion than those relying on smart meter data, which can have a slight delay.

The Hypervolt Home 3 Pro integrates with smart energy tariffs, automatically charging at the cheapest off-peak rates. The Rolec EVO doesn't have built-in smart tariff integration — you'd need to set manual charging schedules or rely on your car's built-in timer. If you're on (or considering) a smart tariff, this gives the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro a meaningful advantage in running costs.

The Hypervolt Home 3 Pro supports Octopus Intelligent Go (~7p/kWh) and other smart tariffs, with direct integration for automated scheduling. The most popular UK EV tariffs include Octopus Intelligent Go (~7p/kWh), Octopus Go (~8.5p/kWh), OVO Charge Anytime (~14p/kWh), and British Gas EV Power+ (~7.9p/kWh). Check compatibility with your specific energy provider before making a decision.

The Hypervolt Home 3 Pro comes with a 3 years (extendable to 5) warranty, while the Rolec EVO offers 5 years. The Rolec EVO offers 2 years more coverage, giving you added peace of mind. Both are OZEV-approved and suitable for outdoor installation — a longer warranty provides more peace of mind for a product that lives outside year-round and is exposed to British weather.

For weatherproofing, the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro is rated IP66 + IK10 (weatherproof + impact-resistant) (powerful jet-proof — protected against strong jets of water from any direction), while the Rolec EVO is rated IP54 + IK10 (weatherproof + highest impact resistance) (splash-proof — protected against splashing water from any direction). A higher IP rating means better protection against rain, hose water, and dust. In practical terms, any rating of IP54 or above is suitable for a UK outdoor installation, but a higher rating provides extra confidence in extreme weather — particularly relevant if your charger is exposed rather than sheltered under a car port.

Which Should You Buy?

Buy the Hypervolt Home 3 Pro if overall quality and user satisfaction matter most, or you're on a smart energy tariff like Octopus Intelligent Go, or you want the best all-rounder.

Buy the Rolec EVO if you want the best value for money, or long-term peace of mind is a priority, or uk-built with 5-year warranty.

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